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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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