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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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