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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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