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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning are empowering learners all over the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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