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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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