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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also investigates the most important 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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