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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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