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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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