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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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