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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these new open education experiments. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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