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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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