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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better grasp these promising new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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