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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Teachers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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