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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in blended learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. People want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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