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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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