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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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