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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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