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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Corporations want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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