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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning are empowering people all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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