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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. New gains in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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