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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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