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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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