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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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