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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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