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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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