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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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