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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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