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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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