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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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