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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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