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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online education are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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