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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Marshall Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)