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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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