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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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