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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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