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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to better grasp these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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