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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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