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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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