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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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