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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these promising new open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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