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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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