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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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