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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better understand these exciting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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