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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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