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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better understand these new open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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