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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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