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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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