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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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