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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning are empowering learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Panama to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates 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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