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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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