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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Guernsey to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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