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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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