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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations must deal with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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