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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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