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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ukraine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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