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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Bermuda to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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