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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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