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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Professors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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