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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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