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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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