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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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