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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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