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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to understand these intriguing new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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