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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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