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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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