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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these exciting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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