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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational undertakings. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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