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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are considering today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better perceive these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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