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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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