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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better grasp these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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