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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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