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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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