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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-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 organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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