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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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