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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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