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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Belgium to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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