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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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