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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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