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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations must deal with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Aland to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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