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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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