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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many issues that blended learning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Belize to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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