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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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