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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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