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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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