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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in elearning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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