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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in electronic education technology enable learners all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these new open education initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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