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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Bangladesh to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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