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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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