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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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