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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Chile to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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