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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online education technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to understand these promising new open education endeavours. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes 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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