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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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