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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with now that learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to understand these open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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