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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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