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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in elearning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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