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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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