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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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