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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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