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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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