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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online education have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these important new open educational initiatives. People want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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