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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively 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 stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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