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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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