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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in digital education technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Belgium to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner 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 elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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