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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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