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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these open education ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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