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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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