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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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