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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Teachers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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