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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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