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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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