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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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