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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guatemala to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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