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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology enable people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Syria to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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