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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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