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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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