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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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