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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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