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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better comprehend these exciting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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