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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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