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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online education have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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