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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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