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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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