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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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