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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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