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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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