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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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