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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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