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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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