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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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