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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in digital education technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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