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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to understand these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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