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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also studies the key 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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