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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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