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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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