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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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