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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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