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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate 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 digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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