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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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