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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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