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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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