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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these promising new open education ventures. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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