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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in online education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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