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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Open2Study to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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