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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can institutions manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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