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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Grenada to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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