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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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