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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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