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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology enable humans all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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