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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning have empowered learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Corporations want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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