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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guernsey to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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