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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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