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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in online education technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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