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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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