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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in elearning have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Teachers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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