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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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