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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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