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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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