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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in digital education technology enable humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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