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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Panama to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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