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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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