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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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