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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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