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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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