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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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