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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Denmark to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better grasp these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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