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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guatemala to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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