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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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