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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning have enabled learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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