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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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