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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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