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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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