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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning have empowered humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Jersey to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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