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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in learning technology are empowering students all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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