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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these important new open educational experiments. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also reviews the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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