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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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