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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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