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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also articulates the 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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