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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education experiments. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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