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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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