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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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