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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? 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 and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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