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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in electronic education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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