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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these open education ventures. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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