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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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