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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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