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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the exciting 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 interesting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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