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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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