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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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