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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better comprehend these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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