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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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