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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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