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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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