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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ukraine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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