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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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