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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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