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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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