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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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