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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. People want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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