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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online learning are empowering learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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