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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning are enabling learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Portugal to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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