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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning are empowering students all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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