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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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