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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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