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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in e-learning make it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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