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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in digital education technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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