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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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