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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ukraine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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