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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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