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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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