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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in electronic educational technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massive 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 learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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