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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in electronic educational technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure 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 we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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