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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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