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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning are empowering people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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