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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Universities want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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