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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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