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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Spain to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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