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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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