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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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