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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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