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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of these important new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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