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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online education are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like French Guiana to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Academics want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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