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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic education technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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