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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these interesting new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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