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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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