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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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