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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Corporations want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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