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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online education technology are empowering people all over the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Latvia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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