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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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