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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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