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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in online learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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