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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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