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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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