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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sierra Leone to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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