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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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