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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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