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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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