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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning have empowered people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This amazing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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