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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online education technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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