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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Researchers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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