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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to consider today because online education technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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