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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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