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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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