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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like South Ossetia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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