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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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