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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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