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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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