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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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