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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Finland to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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