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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that e-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 institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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