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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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