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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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