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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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