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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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