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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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