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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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