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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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