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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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