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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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