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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning have enabled learners all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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