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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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