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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning are empowering people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better perceive these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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