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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these interesting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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