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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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