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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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