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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in digital education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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