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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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