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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in online education technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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