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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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