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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in digital education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Corporations want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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