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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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