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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open education endeavours. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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