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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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