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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning technology are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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