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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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