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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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