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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. People want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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