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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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