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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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