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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in online learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like India to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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