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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to understand these open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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