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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Armenia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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