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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education experiments. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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