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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better grasp these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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