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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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