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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New gains in electronic educational technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these significant new open educational experiments. People want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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