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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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