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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Dominican Republic to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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