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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open education endeavours. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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