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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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