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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Aland to conduct these massive open online courses? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Academics want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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