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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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