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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational experiments. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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