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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students all over the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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