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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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