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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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