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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in elearning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. People want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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