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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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