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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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