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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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