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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nepal to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Trainers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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