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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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