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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Vanuatu to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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