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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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