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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because e-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 educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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