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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new 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 explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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