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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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