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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also articulates 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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