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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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