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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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