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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online education technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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