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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peter I Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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