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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these important new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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