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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like American College of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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