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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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