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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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