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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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