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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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