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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Moldova to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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