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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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