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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Baker Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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