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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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