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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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