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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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