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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology have empowered humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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