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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in elearning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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