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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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