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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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