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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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