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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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