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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education technology enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are considering today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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