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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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