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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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