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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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