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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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