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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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