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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning enable humans all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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