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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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