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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in online learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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