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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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