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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in online education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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