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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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