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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in online learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education