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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education experiments. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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