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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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