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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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