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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. People want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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