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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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