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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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