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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources 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 take part in online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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