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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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