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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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