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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Guam to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the 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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