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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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