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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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