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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online education technology have enabled students all over the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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