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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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