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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational experiments. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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