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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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