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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions are considering today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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