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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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