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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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