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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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