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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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