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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are considering now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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