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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in digital education technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to understand these promising new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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