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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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