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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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