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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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