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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to be more aware of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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