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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these promising new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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