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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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