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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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