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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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