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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online education are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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