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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by 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 organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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