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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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