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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better perceive these promising new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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