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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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