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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also describes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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