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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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