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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Corporations want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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