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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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