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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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