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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are considering today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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