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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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