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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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