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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in electronic education technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines 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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