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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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