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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in electronic education technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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