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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning have made it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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