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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning have enabled people in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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