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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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