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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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