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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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