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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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