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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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