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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training 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 stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these important new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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