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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education