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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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