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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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