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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in distance learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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