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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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