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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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