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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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