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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Croatia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. People want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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