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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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