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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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