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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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