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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also discusses 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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