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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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