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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that educators 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 innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better grasp these new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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