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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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