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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in electronic education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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