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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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