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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Belgium to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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