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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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