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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in electronic educational technology are empowering students all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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