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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Anguilla to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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