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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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