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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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