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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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