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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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