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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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