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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Open2Study to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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