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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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