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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in digital education technology are empowering humans all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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