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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Universities want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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