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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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