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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in online learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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