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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines 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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