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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning enable people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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