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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended 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 educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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