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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Romania to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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