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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? 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 MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Burundi to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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