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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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