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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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