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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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