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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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