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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these exciting new open education undertakings. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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