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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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