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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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