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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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