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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these important new open education endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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