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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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