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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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