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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mongolia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these interesting new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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