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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are considering today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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