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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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