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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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