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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable people all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also describes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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