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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning enable learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Reunion to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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