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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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