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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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