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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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