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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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