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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance 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 control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers 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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