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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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