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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Guernsey to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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