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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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