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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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