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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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