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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open education ventures. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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