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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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