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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education experiments. Everybody wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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