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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Malta to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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