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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in online learning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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