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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are considering today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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