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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these intriguing new open educational experiments. Universities want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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