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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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