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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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