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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Teachers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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