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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in online education technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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