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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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