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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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