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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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