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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Researchers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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