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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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