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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Teachers want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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