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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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