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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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