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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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