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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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