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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these promising new open education ventures. People want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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