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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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