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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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