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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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