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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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