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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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