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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Argentina to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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