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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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