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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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