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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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