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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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