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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Google+ to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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