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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also discusses 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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