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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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