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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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