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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these promising new open education experiments. Teachers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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