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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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