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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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