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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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