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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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