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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in elearning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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