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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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