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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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