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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better perceive these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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