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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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