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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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