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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic educational technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this crescive desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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