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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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