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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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