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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training 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 stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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